Books Like The Robber Girl
Families who loved The Robber Girl by Franny Billingsley often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The Robber Girl by Franny Billingsley often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling to separate their own identity from a difficult environment or is navigating the complicated process of healing from past trauma. It is a profound choice for kids who feel like outsiders or those who use protective walls, like anger or silence, to keep the world at bay. The story follows a young girl known only as the Robber Girl, who lives by the edge of her dagger and the commands of her leader, Gentleman Jack. When a heist goes wrong, she is thrust into a whimsical yet challenging world that forces her to confront who she actually is when her weapons are put away. It is a surreal, lyrical journey about reclaiming one's name and story. This middle-grade fantasy is best suited for mature readers aged 10 to 14 who can appreciate complex metaphors and a slower, more atmospheric pace. It offers a beautiful opening to discuss how our past experiences shape us without having to define our entire future.
